We strolled through Ottawa's ByWard Market on a gorgeous sunny afternoon. The open-air market is brimming with fresh produce, colourful flowers and beautiful artwork. I couldn't help but feel all warm and fuzzy towards my local farmer when I took that first sweet bite of a summer strawberry. It was so delicious, I bought three baskets of the tiny red fruit and decided to make some jam from an old fashioned recipe.
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| Step 1: Wash strawberries. |
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| Step 2: Boil, stirring frequently until jam is thick. Skim off foam. |
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| Step 3: Pour jam into hot sterilized jars and seal. |
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| Henry's thighs are so chubby they have dimples! |
Happy summer solstice!
Aw, I really love that picture of Henry-- you should frame it!
ReplyDeleteOooo this reminds me... I need to start going berry picking and making some jam too!! Also, I'd like to know what kind of camera you use for these pictures... they're great!
ReplyDeleteWhere do you have the time to make Jam lady!?!? These pics and the weather have me so excited for summer too. Love your posts and the pics of Henry, his little face is so adorable :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Amy! I'm so glad you got to meet him at the cottage.
DeleteOh Henry, you are WAYYY too cute !! I need to get to the market and get me some fresh produce and fruits !! Thanks for the reminder !!
ReplyDeleteSo glad that you are enjoying local produce and plants! Continue being a great example to Henry by teaching him young that local farmers have the best products for us! A pleasure to read as always and he is adorable yet again. :) :)
ReplyDeleteI have a proposition for you... come help me pick the strawberries in my yard for a jar of jam? hahaha
ReplyDeleteMiss you and Henry, can't wait to go swimming! xox
Deal!!! Thanks for reading Chantal!
DeleteHe is growing up so fast! Margie has those exact same overalls in blue. Is there any sugar is your jam...or is it simply just boiled/smashed strawberries?
ReplyDeleteThere is sugar in the jam and LOTS of it. I can give you the recipe if you like!
DeleteYes please. You have inspired me to make jam!!! We have a strawberry farm right down the street from our house. Maybe we will be able to catch up soon!
DeleteI haven't been to the market in a long time. I miss it! Your jam looks delicious!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to go strawberry picking! Love the market :)
ReplyDeleteWish I was that handy/crafty (fathers day post) and good in the kitchen! Great pics!
ReplyDeleteThanks Maud! I hope you're enjoying the long weekend!
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